How to Convert MP4s to WMAs With Freeware
MP4s and WMAs are digital media file formats. MP4 files can contain both video or audio data; WMA files contain audio data. Different formats do not work with all digital media players, so if you have an MP4 file that you wish to hear on a player that does not recognize the MP4 format, you need to convert it. Many websites offer free conversion software allowing you to convert MP4 to WMA.
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Instructions
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Choose your freeware conversion software. Use websites such as Cnet.com to locate several options (see Resources). Read through the product descriptions and pick one that is both free (or at least free to try for a period) and one that is capable of converting MP4 to WMA, such as Digital Medial Converter Pro 3.18.
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Click on the "Add Media" or "Add Files" button after launching the installed conversion software on your computer. Search for the MP4 file you want to convert and click "OK." The MP4 file should appear in the conversion software's main window.
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Click on the "Convert" or "Convert To" button in your conversion software. Depending on the freeware you are using, you can either select "WMA" from a list or use a drop-down menu to find "WMA."
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Click "Convert." A new window will pop up and show you the conversion status. Wait for the process to finish. Repeat as necessary to convert other audio MP4s to WMAs.
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Tips & Warnings
Note that different converter-software may have different features and options.
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